Conquering Time Zones: Keeping Your Transplant Journey on Track While Traveling!

Are you ever worried about juggling time zones and medication schedules on your international adventure? You're not alone! Many transplant recipients share this concern. Jeanmarie shares her secret weapon in this week's post - the Medisafe app. This handy tool provides daily reminders to ensure you never miss a dose. Remember, consistent medication is crucial for transplant success.

April 30, 2024
“My biggest concern with traveling internationally is knowing when to take my medications once I am in a completely different country. Vanessa recommended using the Medisafe app. I have been using it for a few months now. I like the daily reminders to take my meds. Without our anti-rejection medications, we can’t be successful with our transplant. Of course, talk to your transplant team for advice on how to handle the medications if traveling to a different country or time zone.

My team recommends if I take my anti-rejection medications at 9 am and 9 pm Pacific Time, I will take them at 6 pm and 6 am in Italy. They are 9 hours ahead of us. So, the time I would take the anti-rejection pills will be 9 am and 9 pm Pacific time, no matter where I am in the world.

Since our medications are the most important item that we take on our travels, they must always go in your carry-on bag. I also take an extra week of medications with me in case of any delays with getting back home.  Another important tip is that we must drink plenty of water. I noticed through some of my travels that travelers don’t realize you can take an empty water bottle with you through TSA.

Takaway: Pack your meds strategically! Always carry them in your carry-on luggage, and don't forget to bring an extra week's supply for unexpected delays. Also, it’s okay to take an empty water bottle with you through TSA. ✈️